Crime
33-year-old Shelby Cody found shot dead in northeast Austin
The motive for the killing remains unknown, and no suspects have been publicly identified.
Austin Police are investigating the homicide of 33-year-old Shelby Wayne Cody, whose body was discovered with gunshot wounds near the intersection of U.S. 290 and Calidad Drive on Thursday, November 7th.
Police believe Cody was shot at the scene and later transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
The motive for the killing remains unknown, and no suspects have been publicly identified.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Austin Police Department at 512-974-TIPS or Capital Area Crime Stoppers.
A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
Shelby proudly served his country in Afghanistan as a member of the United States Army, where he earned the distinguished Combat Infantry Badge, along with other honors for his bravery and dedication.
Shelbyโs legacy lives on through his loving family and friends.
He is survived by his father, Charles Cody, and stepmother, Joanne; his mother, Beverly Witcher, and stepfather, Shane; and his beloved older sister, Kelly โJellyโ Goertz, along with her husband, Clint, and their son, Ike.
His family also includes his older brother, Clayton Cody, and Claytonโs fiancรฉe, Tina Schulte, as well as his stepsisters, Heather Rupert and Lauren Konarek, and stepbrothers, Wesley Harkins and Gunnar Witcher.
Shelby was deeply devoted to his girlfriend, Katie Wolf. Their love was evident to all who knew them, as they were inseparable and cherished every moment together.
His memory will be forever held close by his family, friends, and loved ones, who will remember his courage, kindness, and the joy he brought to their lives.
Crime
55-Year-Old Camilla Daniel Dies Days After Assault at Columbus Home, Son Brandon Harmon Arrested
COLUMBUS, Ga. โ A 55-year-old woman has died several days after she was reportedly assaulted inside her home in Columbus, Georgia, and her son has been arrested in connection with the incident, according to authorities.
Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan identified the victim as Camilla Faye Daniel, who died at 6:36 a.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, while receiving treatment in the intensive care unit at Piedmont Columbus Regional.
According to Bryan, Daniel was assaulted at her residence on Sunday, October 11. Following her death, arrangements were being made to transport her body for an autopsy to determine the cause and circumstances of her death. Her family has been notified.
The case follows a reported assault involving a stabbing in the 2900 block of Dawson Street late Sunday night. The Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit is leading the investigation.
Jail records show that Brandon Harmon, 37, was booked into the Muscogee County Jail on October 12. He was charged with aggravated assault and possession of a knife during the commission of a crime.
Authorities have confirmed that Harmon is Daniel’s son and was incarcerated in connection with the case. However, officials have not yet publicly announced whether the charges against him will be amended or whether additional charges will be filed following Daniel’s death.
The pending autopsy is expected to help investigators establish further details surrounding Daniel’s death. Authorities have not released additional information about the circumstances of the alleged assault.
The investigation remains ongoing. Further updates may be released as police and the coroner’s office provide additional information.